Stop Tooth Pain in its Tracks

Posted on: 10 December 2018

Tooth loss is common as we age. It's estimated that at least 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, and about 40 million are missing all of their natural teeth, according to the American College of Prosthodontists. There are excellent options to replace missing teeth in the form of dental implants and dentures. Since dentures are removable, they're not ideal for every person with missing teeth. They usually need to be secured to your gums with adhesive, which can create an unnatural feeling for some people. [Read More]

Posted on: 12 November 2018

Has your jaw and mouth started aching? Hearing a clicking sound when you open and close your mouth? You're not alone. A significant number of your fellow Americans suffer from these same symptoms due to a medical problem commonly known as TMD.  What is TMD? And how can you manage your symptoms? Here's a step-by-step guide to getting relief. What TMD Is TMD stands for temporomandibular joint disorder. This disorder affects the joints in your jaw, which is one of the most complex joints in the whole body. [Read More]

Posted on: 11 October 2018

As a senior, you may think that you are not eligible for many dental procedures at your old age. Thankfully, there are plenty of options available to you so you can have teeth that look great and are fully functional. Here are a few cosmetic problems you may currently have, and the treatments that are available to you in order to fix them. Teeth That Are Missing If you're currently missing some of your teeth, know that there are a few options to fix them. [Read More]

Posted on: 23 September 2018

Usually, when a person thinks about orthodontists, they think of dentists who specialize in putting braces on a kid's crooked teeth. While the name orthodontist means to straighten teeth, they actually do much more than just put on braces. Here's a look at three other ways they can straighten and improve your smile. Orthodontists Can Help Prevent The Need For Braces In Your Child's Future Everyone has seen the adorable school child who has lost their baby teeth, and the permanent ones have yet to take their spot. [Read More]